Size is compact. The possibilities are immense.

Melzele, Belgium, September 3, 2014. Pioneer launches a brand new CD micro system with advanced networking features. The X-HM82 and X-HM72 are packed with useful features such as high-resolution audio, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, AirPlay, Spotify Connect, USB and more. The micro-systems sound truly unparalleled – as you would expect from such a high calibre manufacturer.

The X-HM82 and X-HM72 set new standards for this range of headphones

Both devices are equipped with built-in CD-transport that reads not only CD-Audio disks, but also CD-R/RW with MP3/WMA files. Can listen to FM/AM radio, including via vTuner online service. In addition, microsystems are ready to work with popular abroad, but a completely new streaming service for America – Spotify.

Receives high definition streaming audio

The X-HM82 and X-HM72 are DLNA compliant, enabling them to stream audio wirelessly over a local network or via Wi-Fi. The new systems are capable of playing high-resolution audio files such as DSD 2.8 mHz, as well as WAV, FLAC and AIFF 24-bit/192 kHz. Of course, you can also play standard definition music in WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MP3, WMA and AAC formats. Using a network connection or USB connection.

Bluetooth capabilities

Multiple Bluetooth connectivity options are one of the key advantages of the new X-HM82 and X-HM72. Both microsystems support A2DP and AVRCP Bluetooth, so connecting your smartphone or tablet is no problem. To ensure the best sound quality when using the Bluetooth interface, the X-HM82/72 microsystems support the aptX codec.

The useful Bluetooth Auto Connect function remembers all previously connected Bluetooth devices and finds them again automatically if necessary. Bluetooth Standby mode allows you to turn on the microsystems on command from a Bluetooth-gadget.

Working with iPod, iPhone and iPad

The new microsystems support AirPlay, which means they can wirelessly stream audio content from an iPod/iPhone/iPad. “Apple” gadgets can be connected by cable through a USB port on the front of the microsystem. Includes a special iPod/iPhone/iPad stand.

Both devices have a stereo line input and headphone input on the front. Two more stereo inputs are hidden on the rear panel there’s also a subwoofer output, an optical digital audio input, a LAN port, and a pair of acoustic terminals. The X-HM82 has gold-plated line inputs and speaker terminals for best signal quality.

For your convenience

First of all, we must mention the colorful 3.5-inch LCD color display, which displays all the necessary data about the played file so. You can display, for example, a music album cover on it.

In addition, we should not forget about the proprietary Pioneer ControlApp, the convenience of which has already been evaluated by consumers and experts. Pioneer ControlApp is available as a free download for iPhone and iPod touch in the App Store, for Android devices – on Google Play.

Amplifier and speakers

2x50W Class D digital amplifier that easily powers regular* bookshelf speakers. The X-HM82 is a 2-way speaker featuring a 12cm fiberglass cone bass/midrange driver plus a 25mm dome tweeter. One-piece speaker cabinet in black piano lacquer a rarely stylish solution . The X-HM72 also features two-way speakers with a 12cm woofer/midrange driver and 25mm dome tweeter.

Available now

In America, the new models X-HM82 and X-HM72 will be available in October 2014.